Overview

In the almost ten years since the publication of the first edition of Motor Fleet Safety and Security Management, the availability of new methods of transportation has made travel faster, and consequently, safety and security have become more important and more complex. Businesses must now become proactive in their own security and planning for emergencies. This second edition of a bestselling resource provides a complete understanding of how to develop and manage a comprehensive motor fleet safety and instructional program. It presents the underlying concepts, basic techniques, and principles of motor fleet safety and security management. New, Revised, and Expanded Topics in the Second Edition: Elements of a fleet safety program Accident prevention Consideration for small-fleet driver selection, training, instruction, and supervision Vehicle inspection How to organize accident data Job safety analysis (JSA) meetings for commercial drivers Fleet transportation publicity School bus safety Shipping and storage of hazardous materials Security in transportation Model of a motor fleet transportation program designed to assist in the implementation of a program To achieve optimum safety, everyone involved in the transportation system should be adequately trained, supervised, and monitored. Proper data and incident reports must be maintained to identify trends and problem areas. Keeping the trademark style that made the previous edition so popular, the author addresses the critical steps for successful driver selection, training, instruction, and supervision. He provides you with the foundation you need to combat common problems and manage your motor fleet transportation system.

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Author:   Daniel E. Della-Giustina
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   CRC Press
Edition:   2nd edition
Weight:   0.272kg
ISBN:  

9781138072497

ISBN 10:   1138072494
Pages:   164
Publication Date:   29 March 2017
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Introduction Large Trucks Motor Fleet Industry Transportation of Hazardous Materials Transportation Security Key Elements of This Text References Elements of a Fleet Safety Program Purpose of a Safety Program Main Elements of a Fleet Safety Program Duties of Fleet Safety Directors Elements of a Fleet Accident Prevention Program Study Questions References Accident PreventionReasons for Accident Prevention Main Areas of Fleet Accidents Expense of Injuries and Illnesses Costs of Vehicle Accidents Conclusion Study Questions References Special Considerations of a Small FleetPassenger Vans Fleet Safety Program Elements Main Interests for Fleet Owners or Managers Considerations in Employee Selection6 Philosophy of a Small-Fleet Manager Initial Training Briefs for New Employees Components of a Driver Safety Program Vehicle Condition Management’s Role in a Successful Safety Program Study Questions References Driver SelectionPredicting Safe Driver Qualities Self-Discipline in Driver Selection Managing Driver Selection Abilities of a Good Driver Personnel Facts Driver Selection Procedures Elements of Preselection Screening Related to Driving Tests to Determine Behind-the-Wheel Attitudes and Abilities Study Questions References Driver Training and InstructionBenefits of Driver Training Benefits of Using a Training Room Systematic Visual Habits in Driving Procedures to Follow in Case of an Accident Methods of Teaching Driver Training Additional Topics to Cover in Training Fleet Skill Tests Study Questions References Driver SupervisionResponsibilities of Driver Supervisors Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Prevent Accidents before They Occur Motivating Drivers to Get Desired Results Symptoms of Accidents the Supervisor Should Know Policy Development Safety Measurement for Fleet Managers Study Questions References Motor Fleet Inspection ProgramEmployer Responsibilities Accident Prevention Training Fleet Enterprise Job Hazards Stimulating Interest in the Safety Program General Safety Rules Vehicle Inspection Benefits Gained by Standardizing Fleet Vehicles Built-In Vehicle Components Directly Related to Safety Contributions a Driver Can Make to an Effective Maintenance Program Advantages Gained by Assigning a Vehicle to an Individual Characteristics of Fleet Management Programs Study Questions References Organizing Motor Fleet Accident DataAccident Investigation Responsibilities of the Fleet Safety Director Where to Learn about Causes of Accidents Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Accident Record Systems Accident Investigators Classification of Motor Vehicle Traffic Accidents Study Questions References Job Safety AnalysisIdentifying Risk and Job Task Definition Conducting a Job Safety Analysis Monitoring and Reviewing JSAs Benefits of a JSA Study Questions References Safety Meetings for Motor Carrier DriversIncident Reduction Types of Meetings Subjects of Meetings Summary Study Questions References Motor Fleet Transportation PublicityImproving Traffic Safety Key Elements in Driver Training Recognition for Safe Driving Elements in an Incentive Program Media to Promote Safety Awards Advertising a Safety Awards Ceremony Study Questions References School Bus SafetyTransporting Our Most Precious Cargo Inspections and Maintenance of School Buses Inspection of New Vehicles Daily and Pretrip Inspections Maintenance of School Buses Responsibility of Personnel Emergency Evacuation Emergency Equipment Reporting Accidents Regulations for Transported Pupils Transportation of Disabled Students Parents’ Responsibilities Employment Qualifications Extracurricular Trips Study Questions References Shipping and Storage of Hazardous MaterialsBackground Standard of Care Hazard Classes Hazmat Employees and Employers Hazmat Training Shipping Papers Emergency Response Contacting First Responders Placarding Security Hazard Communication Chemical Inventory Personal Protective Equipment Spill Plan Study Questions References Security in the Transportation Industry (Transit and Motor Carrier)Federal Transit Systems Motor Carrier Systems Cheshire Petroleum & Gas Corporation (Model Plan) Motor Carrier Policy Crash Investigation Program Program Development Selecting, Training, and Supervising Personnel Drug and Alcohol Testing Program Health and Fitness Qualifications for Drivers Pretrip/Posttrip Inspections The Behavior Observation Program Detecting Hazards Emergency Stops Reversing (Terminals or Loading Docks) Observations Procedures for New Hires Procedures for Current Employees Suspension and Revocation of Driving Privileges Study Questions Motor Fleet Safety and Security ManagementSecurity Operations Emergency Action Plan Hijacking and Cargo Theft Types of Emergencies and Disaster Bombs and Bomb Threats Terrorism Threats Highway Watch Program for Truck Drivers Study Questions References Appendix A: Combustible Liquids Appendix B: Describing Hazardous Materials §172.202 Index

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Dr. Daniel E. Della-Giustina is a Professor in the Department of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering and the Safety and Environmental Management Program, College of Engineering and Mineral Resources at West Virginia University. He has published over 125 articles and fourteen textbooks in the discipline of safety, health, and environmental studies, and he has appeared as an expert witness in safety and health liability cases for the past twenty years in numerous cities throughout the United States.

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